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Climate Change
Long-term shifts in global temperatures and weather patterns, primarily driven by human activities since the 1800s, especially the burning of fossil fuels
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/ˈklaɪmɪt ʧeɪnʤ/ 🇬🇧 UK/ˈklaɪmɪt ʧeɪnʤ/Definition
Long-term shifts in global temperatures and weather patterns, primarily driven by human activities since the 1800s, especially the burning of fossil fuels
Examples
- Global average temperature has risen approximately 1.1°C since pre-industrial times. The Paris Agreement aims to limit warming to 1.5°C by reducing greenhouse gas emissions through international cooperation.
- Climate change impacts include: rising sea levels (3.6mm/year), more intense hurricanes, longer droughts, coral reef bleaching, and shifting agricultural zones threatening food security.
Case Study
The Great Barrier Reef has experienced five mass bleaching events since 2016, with 91% of reefs bleached in 2024 due to record ocean temperatures. This ecological crisis drives global climate policy discussions and marine conservation efforts.
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Videos
Climate Change Explained – Global Warming
Related Terms
Global Warming, Carbon Footprint, Sustainability, Renewable Energy
Antonyms
Climate stability